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Name	Booked	Charges	Status
BYNUM, DEONTAYE CHRISTOPHER 42 #1481189	01 May 2026	SIMPLE POSS/CASUAL EXCHANGE TAMPERING W/ EVIDENCE+3 Show all 5 charges Hide SIMPLE POSS/CASUAL EXCHANGE TAMPERING W/ EVIDENCE POSSESSION WEAPON - CONVICTED FELONY DRUG OFFENSE THEFT TDOC INMATE	In custody $1,000.00; $4,000.00; $10,000.00
REDMOND, ADARIUS J 22 #1627237	30 Apr 2026	UNLAW POSSESSION OF WEAPON SIMPLE POSS/CASUAL EXCHANGE+6 Show all 8 charges Hide UNLAW POSSESSION OF WEAPON SIMPLE POSS/CASUAL EXCHANGE AGG ASSAULT POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL, DELIVER OR MANUFACTURE MARIHUANA, POSS OF A FIREARM DURING A DANGEROUS FELONY, UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF A WEAPON, POSS OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA, AND EVADING ARREST TDOC INMATE CONSPIRACY TO POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL A CONT SUBSTANCE AND CONSPIRACY TO POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL OR DELIVER A CONT SUBSTANCE STATUS ARRAIGNMENT	In custody $11,000.00; $125,000.00
KALNA, CHRISTOPHER JOSEPH 67 #120356	30 Apr 2026	ATT. SECOND DEGREE MURDER, AND EMPLOYING A FIREARM DURING A DANGEROUS FELONY EVADING ARREST, RECKLESS DRIVING, AND VIOLATION OF DRIVERS LICENSE LAW+1 Show all 3 charges Hide ATT. SECOND DEGREE MURDER, AND EMPLOYING A FIREARM DURING A DANGEROUS FELONY EVADING ARREST, RECKLESS DRIVING, AND VIOLATION OF DRIVERS LICENSE LAW TDOC INMATE	In custody
JULIAN, WAYNE WILSON 49 #166172	30 Apr 2026	ASSAULT TDOC INMATE	In custody
HAVARD, BENNY DWAYNE 42 #1702408	30 Apr 2026	BURGLARY, THEFT, THEFT OF A FIREARM, UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF A WEAPON, AND RESISTING ARREST BURGLARY AND VANDALISM+1 Show all 3 charges Hide BURGLARY, THEFT, THEFT OF A FIREARM, UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF A WEAPON, AND RESISTING ARREST BURGLARY AND VANDALISM PLEA DEADLINE	In custody $48,500.00
HARRIS, JERMICHAEL 36 #1697787	30 Apr 2026	CONSPIRACY TO POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL, DELIVER OR MANUFACTURE A CONT SUBSTANCE, SALE OF COCAINE, AND DELIVERY OF COCAINE GPS MONITOR+3 Show all 5 charges Hide CONSPIRACY TO POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL, DELIVER OR MANUFACTURE A CONT SUBSTANCE, SALE OF COCAINE, AND DELIVERY OF COCAINE GPS MONITOR HOLD FOR HAMILTON COUNTY- POSSESSION OF FIREARM MOTION TRIAL	In custody $400,000.00
DAVIS, JOSEPH EDWARD 26 #1693828	30 Apr 2026	UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF A WEAPON, RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT AND EVADING ARREST EXTRADITION PENDING+3 Show all 5 charges Hide UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF A WEAPON, RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT AND EVADING ARREST EXTRADITION PENDING FUGITIVE FROM JUSTICE - FELONY OTHER SENTENCING	In custody
COMERFORD, JOHN R. 44 #302089	30 Apr 2026	PPOSS. OF A FIREARM DURING A DANGEROUS FELONY, POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL, DELIVER OR MANUFACTURE A CONT SUBSTANCE, POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL, DELIVER OR MANUFACTURE A CONT SUBSTANCE, POSS OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA, AND VIOLATION OF DRIVER\'S LICENSE LAW TDOC INMATE	In custody
WOODARD, TOMMY WAYNE 71 #1153776	29 Apr 2026	SOLICITATION OF A MINOR (REV OF PROB) REVOCATION	In custody
THORNHILL, JEFFREY ALLEN 50 #159856	29 Apr 2026	EVADING ARREST RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT - VEHICLE / FELONY+2 Show all 4 charges Hide EVADING ARREST RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT - VEHICLE / FELONY EVADING ARREST FLIGHT - VEHICLE HOLD FOR GRAINGER COUNTY - EVADING ARREST AND FLEEING	In custody $2,000.00
JOHNSON, JASON AARON 46 #430723	29 Apr 2026	VANDALISM, AGG. CRIMINAL TRESPASS AND RESISTING ARREST (REV OF PROB) CAREGIVER NEGLECT VULNERABLE ADULT+3 Show all 5 charges Hide VANDALISM, AGG. CRIMINAL TRESPASS AND RESISTING ARREST (REV OF PROB) CAREGIVER NEGLECT VULNERABLE ADULT NEGLECT OF VULNERABLE ADULT AND POSS OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA STATUS REVOCATION	In custody $10,000.00; $10,500.00
BUNTON, DAVID NATHAN 43 #1600306	29 Apr 2026	AGG. ASSAULT (REV OF PROB) REVOCATION	In custody
BARLOW, JESSE BRENT 40 #1178387	29 Apr 2026	RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT - NO WEAPON INVOLVED DUI: FIRST OFFENSE+2 Show all 4 charges Hide RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT - NO WEAPON INVOLVED DUI: FIRST OFFENSE HOLD FOR MONROE COUNTY - AGGRAVATED ASSAULT (VOP) HOLD FOR ROANE COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE-THEFT OF PROPERTY	In custody
WALKER, TONYA MICHELLE 53 #526822	28 Apr 2026	DUI: FOURTH ASSAULT - BODILY INJURY+3 Show all 5 charges Hide DUI: FOURTH ASSAULT - BODILY INJURY PUBLIC INTOXICATION OTHER STATUS	In custody $500.00
OLSEN, ROBERT 53 #1634059	28 Apr 2026	MANUFACTURE OF A COUNTERFEIT CONT. SUBSTANCE HOLD FOR MCMINN COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE-VOP-AGGRAVATED ASSAULT+1 Show all 3 charges Hide MANUFACTURE OF A COUNTERFEIT CONT. SUBSTANCE HOLD FOR MCMINN COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE-VOP-AGGRAVATED ASSAULT TDOC INMATE	In custody
JONES, RICO LAMONT 45 #519465	28 Apr 2026	US MARSHAL INMATE (USM-41)	In custody
CONAHAN, RACHEL LOUISE 36 #1411018	28 Apr 2026	US MARSHAL INMATE (USM-41) W/ VOP	In custody
TULSIE, RASHAAN DEAN 28 #1600801	27 Apr 2026	AGG ASSAULT (REV OF PROB) REVOCATION	In custody
FARRIS, RAVON DEONTE 34 #1252463	27 Apr 2026	AGG BURGLARY, THEFT, EVADING ARREST, SIMPLE POSS OF METHAMPHETAMINE, AND SIMPLE POSS OF A CONT SUBSTANCE (REV OF PROB) AGG BURGLARY, THEFT OF A FIREARM, THEFT, AND UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF A WEAPON+2 Show all 4 charges Hide AGG BURGLARY, THEFT, EVADING ARREST, SIMPLE POSS OF METHAMPHETAMINE, AND SIMPLE POSS OF A CONT SUBSTANCE (REV OF PROB) AGG BURGLARY, THEFT OF A FIREARM, THEFT, AND UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF A WEAPON REVOCATION STATUS	In custody $75,000.00
DOKES, ADRIEN 19 #1680821	27 Apr 2026	FIRST DEGREE MURDER IN PERPETRATION OF AGG CHILD ABUSE - FAC STATUS	In custody $800,000.00
WOODHAM, JOHN MICHAEL 43 #502640	23 Apr 2026	POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL, DELIVER, OR MANUFACTURE COCAINE, SIMPLE POSSESSION OF A CONT. SUBSTANCE, AND DOMESTIC ASSAULT (REV OF PROB) EVADING ARREST AND DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE+1 Show all 3 charges Hide POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL, DELIVER, OR MANUFACTURE COCAINE, SIMPLE POSSESSION OF A CONT. SUBSTANCE, AND DOMESTIC ASSAULT (REV OF PROB) EVADING ARREST AND DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE TDOC INMATE	In custody
BAILEY, KEWAN DEONTAY 27 #1672493	23 Apr 2026	BURGLARY OF A VEHICLE (REV OF PROB) GPS REQUIRED PRIOR TO RELEASE+4 Show all 6 charges Hide BURGLARY OF A VEHICLE (REV OF PROB) GPS REQUIRED PRIOR TO RELEASE RAPE AND AGG STATUTORY RAPE THEFT OF A FIREARM AND UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF A WEAPON REVOCATION STATUS	In custody $150,000.00; $5,000.00
SCATES, CODY JERMAINE 36 #1355971	22 Apr 2026	AGG ASSAULT (REV OF PROB) TDOC INMATE+1 Show all 3 charges Hide AGG ASSAULT (REV OF PROB) TDOC INMATE STATUS	In custody
MOORE, ROBERT JEFFERSON 45 #477072	22 Apr 2026	VIOLATION OF VIOLENT SEXUAL OFFENDER REPORTING LAW (REV OF PROB) SEX OFFENDER RESIDENTIAL AND WORK RESTRICTION VIOLATION+3 Show all 5 charges Hide VIOLATION OF VIOLENT SEXUAL OFFENDER REPORTING LAW (REV OF PROB) SEX OFFENDER RESIDENTIAL AND WORK RESTRICTION VIOLATION INTENTIONAL TAMPERING, REMOVAL, VANDALISM TO DEVICE - 2ND SUBQ OTHER REVOCATION	In custody $1,500.00
OUTLAW, RODERICK NMN 58 #237992	21 Apr 2026	SCHEDULE I DRUGS: MFG, DEL, SELL, POSS POSSESS FIREARM INTENT TO GO ARMED - DANGEROUS FELONY+3 Show all 5 charges Hide SCHEDULE I DRUGS: MFG, DEL, SELL, POSS POSSESS FIREARM INTENT TO GO ARMED - DANGEROUS FELONY POSSESSION WEAPON - CONVICTED FELON FEDERAL DETAINER PLEA DEADLINE	In custody $10,000.00; $5,000.00
HODGE, ROBERT WILLIAM 45 #890486	21 Apr 2026	CONTEMPT OF COURT - JUV PROCEEDING	In custody $250.00
WILLIAMS, THOMAS DEWEY 41 #908202	20 Apr 2026	THEFT (REV OF PROB) REVOCATION	In custody
HARDISON, BRIAN ALLEN 42 #504842	20 Apr 2026	US MARSHAL INMATE (USM-41)	In custody
CATLETT, JAMISON RAY 52 #915873	20 Apr 2026	THEFT (UP TO $1000) SIMPLE POSS/CASUAL EXCHANGE+2 Show all 4 charges Hide THEFT (UP TO $1000) SIMPLE POSS/CASUAL EXCHANGE POSS UNLAW DRUG PARAPHERNALIA USES & ACTIVITIES HOLD FOR SEVIER CO. (2X THEFT OF PROPERTY, CRIMINAL TRESPASS,BURGLARY,FORGERY,ROBBERY)	In custody
SHIPLEY, EDWARD C 50 #455392	19 Apr 2026	HOME IMPROVEMENT FRAUD, IMPERSONATION OF A LICENSED PROFESSIONAL, AND THEFT (REV OF PROB) HOME IMPROVEMENT FRAUD AND IMPERSONATION OF A LICENSED PROFESSIONAL (REV OF PROB)+6 Show all 8 charges Hide HOME IMPROVEMENT FRAUD, IMPERSONATION OF A LICENSED PROFESSIONAL, AND THEFT (REV OF PROB) HOME IMPROVEMENT FRAUD AND IMPERSONATION OF A LICENSED PROFESSIONAL (REV OF PROB) HOLD FOR SEVIER COUNTY - BURGLARY HOLD FOR BLOUNT COUNTY- CHILD SUPPORT EVADING ARREST RISK OF DEATH OR INJURY - VEHICLE INVOLVED SCHEDULE II DRUGS: ANPP - .5 GRAMS OR GREATER REVOCATION OTHER	In custody $5,000.00; $15,000.00
HATMAKER, KAYLA RENEE 37 #992895	18 Apr 2026	KEEPING A PLACE OF DRUG USE (REV OF PROB) POSS UNLAW DRUG PARAPHERNALIA USES & ACTIVITIES+4 Show all 6 charges Hide KEEPING A PLACE OF DRUG USE (REV OF PROB) POSS UNLAW DRUG PARAPHERNALIA USES & ACTIVITIES SCHEDULE II DRUGS: FENTANYL - .5 GRAMS OR GREATER SIMPLE POSS/CASUAL EXCHANGE OTHER REVOCATION	In custody $1,000.00; $10,000.00
BOLING, RANDY OWEN 44 #500350	18 Apr 2026	12 HOUR HOLD ENDS ON 04/18/2026 @1241 GPS REQUIRED PRIOR TO RELEASE+2 Show all 4 charges Hide 12 HOUR HOLD ENDS ON 04/18/2026 @1241 GPS REQUIRED PRIOR TO RELEASE AGG STATUTORY RAPE, ESP AGG SEXUAL EXPLOITATION OF A MINOR, AGG SEXUAL EXPLOITATION OF A MINOR, SEXUAL EXPLOITATION OF A MINOR, AND DISTRIBUTION OF MATERIAL TO MINORS PLEA DEADLINE	In custody $150,000.00
MASON, JACOB ADAM 29 #1468798	17 Apr 2026	AGGRAVATED STALKING VIOLATION OF ORDER OF PROTECTION/RESTRAINING ORDER+3 Show all 5 charges Hide AGGRAVATED STALKING VIOLATION OF ORDER OF PROTECTION/RESTRAINING ORDER GPS REQUIRED PRIOR TO RELEASE 12 HOUR HOLD ENDS ON 04/03/2026 @ HOLD FOR MONROE COUNTY - THEFT	In custody $7,500.00; $2,500.00
HEARD, JARRETT DEREKE 37 #995016	17 Apr 2026	CONSPIRACY TO POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL, DELIVER OR MANUFACTURE A CONT SUBSTANCE, SALE OF COCAINE, DELIVERY OF COCAINE, AND POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL, DELIVER OR MANUFACTURE COCAINE HOLD FOR TDOC+2 Show all 4 charges Hide CONSPIRACY TO POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL, DELIVER OR MANUFACTURE A CONT SUBSTANCE, SALE OF COCAINE, DELIVERY OF COCAINE, AND POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL, DELIVER OR MANUFACTURE COCAINE HOLD FOR TDOC GPS REQUIRED PRIOR TO RELEASE TRIAL	In custody
GIBSON, ADRIAN LARUE 25 #1477095	17 Apr 2026	AGGRAVATED ASSAULT - DOMESTIC GPS PRIOR TO RELEASE+1 Show all 3 charges Hide AGGRAVATED ASSAULT - DOMESTIC GPS PRIOR TO RELEASE HOLD FOR WILSON CO. ( PROBATION VIOLATION - DOMESTIC ASSAULT)	In custody $12,500.00
WOODFIN, DYTANGIE JEROSSOKI 45 #238121	16 Apr 2026	SIMPLE POSS/CASUAL EXCHANGE FIRST DEGREE MURDER, EMPLOYING A FIREARM DURING DANGEROUS FELONY, UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF A WEAPON	In custody $545,000.00
WILLIAMS, RAYVAR JAYVON 32 #1551196	16 Apr 2026	DRUGS: CERT AMTS - MFG/DEL/SELL/POSS - FENTANYL/FENTANYL DERIV/ANALO POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL OR DELIVER A CONT. SUBSTANCE, POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL OR DELIVER MARIHUANA, AND EVADING ARREST (REV OF PROB)+1 Show all 3 charges Hide DRUGS: CERT AMTS - MFG/DEL/SELL/POSS - FENTANYL/FENTANYL DERIV/ANALO POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL OR DELIVER A CONT. SUBSTANCE, POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL OR DELIVER MARIHUANA, AND EVADING ARREST (REV OF PROB) TDOC INMATE	In custody $27,500.00
RICHARDS, PHILLIP JASON 53 #147171	16 Apr 2026	EVADING ARREST TDOC INMATE	In custody
MACK, DEWAYNE G 30 #1390162	16 Apr 2026	EVADING ARREST VANDALISM - $2,500	In custody $1,000.00
GIVENS, KATIE ANN 26 #1527851	16 Apr 2026	DUI: FIRST OFFENSE HOLD FOR SEVIER CO- CAPIAS- VEHICULAR ASSAULT/EVADING ARREST/THEFT X2/DRIVERS TO EXERCISE DUE CARE+1 Show all 3 charges Hide DUI: FIRST OFFENSE HOLD FOR SEVIER CO- CAPIAS- VEHICULAR ASSAULT/EVADING ARREST/THEFT X2/DRIVERS TO EXERCISE DUE CARE REPORT BACK	In custody
WATSON, ROBERT BRIAN 46 #1069699	15 Apr 2026	PAROLE VIOLATION - ROBBERY TDOC INMATE	In custody
NUGRAHA, SUNSHINE LESHELLE 48 #943665	15 Apr 2026	POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL OR DELIVER A CONT SUBSTANCE AND INTRO OR CONTRABAND INTO A PENAL FACILITY(REV OF PROB) FORGERY, ORGANIZED RETAIL CRIME VIOLATION, AND THEFT+4 Show all 6 charges Hide POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL OR DELIVER A CONT SUBSTANCE AND INTRO OR CONTRABAND INTO A PENAL FACILITY(REV OF PROB) FORGERY, ORGANIZED RETAIL CRIME VIOLATION, AND THEFT HOLD FOR LODUON COUNTY-THEFT OF MERCHANDISE THEFT AND TENNESSEE COMPUTER ACT VIOLATION REVOCATION STATUS	In custody $15,000.00
MOORE, DENNIS RAY 73 #115918	15 Apr 2026	POSSESS WITH INTENT TO SELL OR DELIVER A CONT SUBSTANCE, POSS OF A FIREARM DURING A DANGEROUS FELONY, SIMPLE POSS OF A CONT SUBSTANCE, KEEPING A PLACE OF DRUG USE, FRAUDULENT RECEIPT OF FOOD ASSISTANCE, THEFT, POSS OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA, AND UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF A WEAPON (REV OF PROB) REVOCATION	In custody
MATHES, BRYSON EARL-HUGH 20 #1654998	15 Apr 2026	AGG. ASSAULT (REV OF PROB) TWELVE HOUR HOLD UNTIL 03/16/2026 @+4 Show all 6 charges Hide AGG. ASSAULT (REV OF PROB) TWELVE HOUR HOLD UNTIL 03/16/2026 @ 0314 HOURS HOLD FOR UNION COUNTY - CAPIAS - DRIVING WHILE LICENSE REVOKED CTDOC INMATE REVOCATION	In custody
LITTLE, SHAWN MICHAEL 32 #1414207	15 Apr 2026	AGG BURGLARY, THEFT, AND BURGLARY CTDOC INMATE	In custody
SMITH, DAVID TOMMY 43 #1169222	14 Apr 2026	UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF A WEAPON, TAMPERING WITH EVIDENCE, AND FRAUDULENTLY ALTERING NUMBERS (REV OF PROB) REVOCATION	In custody
HANCOCK, SHANE ALEXANDER 36 #1693825	14 Apr 2026	AGG ASSAULT CTDOC INMATE	In custody
BUCHANAN, JOHNATHAN TYLER 29 #1703280	14 Apr 2026	DOMESTIC ASSAULT RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT - DISCHARGE FIREARM INTO UNOCCUPIED HABITAT+4 Show all 6 charges Hide DOMESTIC ASSAULT RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT - DISCHARGE FIREARM INTO UNOCCUPIED HABITAT ATT FIRST DEGREE MURDER, EMPLOYING A FIREARM DURING A DANGEROUS FELONY, WEARING A BULLET PROOF VEST DURING COMM. OF A FELONY, RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT, AND VANDALISM GPS REQUIRED PRIOR TO RELEASE MOTION ARRAIGNMENT	In custody $208,000.00
SPENCER, DANIEL EDWARD 29 #1383438	13 Apr 2026	POSS UNLAW DRUG PARAPHERNALIA USES & ACTIVITIES SCHEDULE II DRUGS: MFG, DEL, SELL, POSS+1 Show all 3 charges Hide POSS UNLAW DRUG PARAPHERNALIA USES & ACTIVITIES SCHEDULE II DRUGS: MFG, DEL, SELL, POSS DOMESTIC ASSAULT	In custody $500.00; $10,000.00
LAWSON, BARRY EDWARD 57 #243603	13 Apr 2026	KEEPING A PLACE OF DRUG USE KEEPING A PLACE OF DRUG USE, SIMPLE POSS. OF A CONT. SUBSTANCE,DRIVING IN POSSESSION OF METHAMPHETAMINE, VIOLATION OF DRIVER\'S LICENSE LAW, AND VIOLATION OF OPEN CONTAINER LAW+1 Show all 3 charges Hide KEEPING A PLACE OF DRUG USE KEEPING A PLACE OF DRUG USE, SIMPLE POSS. OF A CONT. SUBSTANCE,DRIVING IN POSSESSION OF METHAMPHETAMINE, VIOLATION OF DRIVER\'S LICENSE LAW, AND VIOLATION OF OPEN CONTAINER LAW TDOC INMATE	In custody

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Facility profile

2. Jail Facility Information

Key physical location and contact channels for Knox County detention facilities.

This agency does not publish facility contact details on its public roster.

Search guide

3. How to Search for an Inmate in Knox County

Standard public record intake lookup procedures and timing notes.

To locate an individual detained in Knox County, follow standard public record intake search procedures:

Online Booking Roster: Search the roster table above using the inmate’s full legal first and last name.
Verify Booking Details: Review the booking date, charges, assigned booking number, and bond status.
Intake Phone Verification: If the individual was arrested recently (within the last 2 to 6 hours), they may still be undergoing central intake and booking processing before appearing on the public index.

Bail procedures

4. Bail & Bond Release Information

Bail payment methods and posting requirements for Knox County.

Bail amounts in Knox County are established by judicial bail schedules or set by a magistrate judge during an initial appearance arraignment.

Cash Bond: Paid in full directly at the detention facility bonding window. Exact cash, cashier’s checks, or certified funds may be required.

Surety Bail Bond: Secured through a state-licensed bail bond agent, typically requiring a 10% premium fee and collateral.

Trust accounts

5. Commissary & Inmate Account Deposits

Funding inmate accounts for phone time, hygiene, and commissary.

Detainees in Knox County can use funds deposited into their commissary trust accounts to purchase hygiene products, approved snacks, writing materials, and postage.

Online Electronic Deposits: Available through authorized payment processors.
Lobby Kiosks: Self-service kiosks located in the detention facility public lobby accepting cash and credit/debit cards.
Money Orders: Must be made payable to the inmate with their assigned booking number. Personal checks are not accepted.

Communication

6. Inmate Mail & Phone Communication Rules

Mailing guidelines and telephone policies for Knox County.

All incoming correspondence is inspected for contraband by facility security staff prior to delivery.

Visitor rules

7. Visitation Rules & Scheduling

In-person and video visitation guidelines in Knox County.

Visitation policies in Knox County require advance registration. Visitors must be on the inmate’s approved visitor list.

ID Requirement: All adult visitors must present a valid, government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, state ID, or passport).

Minors: Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult parent or legal guardian with valid documentation.

Court records

8. Courthouse & Case Docket Records

Clerk of court filings, hearing schedules, and case records.

Formal criminal charges, arraignment schedules, and court case dockets for individuals arrested in Knox County are maintained by the local Clerk of Court.

Regional rosters

9. Surrounding & Regional County Jails

If an individual cannot be located in Knox County, check custody records in nearby jurisdictions:

Hamilton County → Sullivan County → Washington County → Carter County → Fayette County →

Answers

10. Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions regarding Knox County jail rosters, booking procedures, and records.

How do I search for someone in Knox County custody?

To locate an inmate detained in Knox County, use the custody roster directory above or check the primary detention facility portal. You will generally need the individual's full legal name and date of birth or booking number to verify current housing status.

What information is needed to locate an inmate?

At minimum, the individual's legal first and last name is required. Having additional identifiers such as their date of birth, booking number, or arrest date ensures faster and more accurate verification.

How does bail and bond posting work in Knox County?

Bail is established according to the local judicial bond schedule or determined by a judge during an initial arraignment hearing. Bail can typically be posted in cash directly at the jail bonding window or through a state-licensed bail bond surety agent.

How do I deposit money into an inmate's commissary account?

Funds can generally be added to an inmate's commissary account online via approved electronic payment providers, through electronic kiosks in the facility lobby, or by mailing a postal money order clearly marked with the inmate's full name and booking ID.

What are the rules for sending mail to an inmate?

Incoming mail must be addressed with the inmate's full legal name and booking ID, accompanied by a complete return address. Letters must be on plain paper; contraband, polaroids, stickers, cash, and scented items are strictly prohibited by facility security.

How do inmate phone calls and communications work?

Detainees cannot receive incoming phone calls. Inmates may place outbound collect calls or use prepaid calling accounts set up by family members through the facility's contracted inmate telephone service provider.

What are the general rules for visiting an inmate in Knox County?

Visitors must be on the inmate's pre-approved visitor list and present valid, unexpired government-issued photo identification (such as a driver's license or passport). Minors must be accompanied by an adult legal guardian.

How do I find court hearing dates for someone arrested in Knox County?

Court dates, case dockets, and scheduled appearances are maintained by the Knox County Clerk of Court. Case records can be looked up through the county court docket search or by contacting the clerk's criminal division.

Is inmate arrest and booking information a matter of public record?

Yes. Under state open records statutes and Freedom of Information laws, criminal arrest logs and detention rosters are public records unless sealed or expunged by formal judicial court order.

What should I do if an indexed public record has an error or has been expunged?

If your criminal case was dismissed, sealed, or expunged, or if you wish to request record removal from our directory index, please submit documentation via our Record Removal Request page.

Compliance & Sources

11. Data Source & Directory Disclaimers

This directory compiles public custody data from published agency sources in Knox County, Tennessee. This website is an independent directory and is not affiliated with any law enforcement or government department.

FCRA Notice: We are not a Consumer Reporting Agency under 15 U.S.C. § 1681. Information may not be used for employment, housing, or credit decisions. To submit a removal request for sealed or expunged records, visit our Record Removal Request page.

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About This Public Record

Data Source: Knox County Sheriff Roster

Indexing Method: Automated daily public intake scrape

Jurisdiction: Knox County, Tennessee (TN)

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